Destination in Sicily

Destinations and sights in Sicily for your vacation

There are many destinations in Sicily to discover. In order not to miss the most beautiful sights in Sicily, you should organize yourself well in advance. A trip to Sicily promises variety if you set off to enjoy the beauty of the island with all your senses. Sicily offers not only its beautiful landscape, the turquoise blue sea with fantastic beaches, but also countless important cultural heritage from different eras. Remains of Phoenician settlements, Greek temples, Norman castles, Punic towns and Aragonese churches can be found all over the island.

The capital, Palermo, offers the rich heritage of the Normans, art and culture, markets and a distinctive nightlife. Catania, with its extensive pedestrian zone, scores with the most beautiful fish market in Sicily. However, the beauty of the university city is only revealed at second glance.

One of the highlights of a trip to Sicily is a visit to the exceptionally well-preserved temples of Segesta, Selinunte and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, which even offer a better insight into Greek temple construction than the temples in the motherland itself.

Another testimony of Greek rule is the second-largest theatre of antiquity in the port city of Syracuse. But if one explores Syracuse, a walk over the peninsula Ortigia, which forms the historical centre of the city, is particularly fascinating. Here, the visitor feels transported to a different time, especially as the traffic is very limited, and you can go on a discovery tour according to one's heart's desire. On a boat trip around the peninsula with side trips to different caves, the play of colours of the turquoise sea impresses in contrast to the houses and monuments erected in yellow sandstone.

Also in Taormina, the Greeks have left their traces in the form of the Teatro Greco. Although this theatre is smaller than the one in Syracuse, it offers a unique view to the volcano Etna and therefore deserves a visit.

Those who don't have much time for their stay in Sicily should best choose the enchanting lively place Cefalù as location. Here you have the sandy beach right in front of your door and an impressive Norman cathedral and pedestrian-friendly old town alleys are a wonderful start for discovering the island. From here it is easy to get to Palermo or go on a hike in the mountains of the Madonie.

For lovers of volcanic landscapes, a trip to the Cyclopean Islands in Aci Trezza is of course an ideal option, and don’t miss a hike on Mount Etna.

But those who want to be fascinated by the baroque style should explore the southernmost part of Sicily and thus the cities Noto, Modica and Ragusa, which are all declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Volcano Etna ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Volcano Etna

UNESCO World Heritage

The volcano Etna in Sicily is the highest active volcano in Europe, UNESCO World Heritage, a nature reserve and also a recommended winter sports area.

Zafferana Etnea, Catania

Taormina ☀ Destination in Sicily

Taormina

Destination

The city of Taormina in the east of Sicily is a recommended destination. This was already written by the German artist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Taormina, Messina

Cefalù ☀ Destination in Sicily

Cefalù

Destination

Indulge in seaside bliss in Cefalù's pristine beaches. Crystal-clear waters and thrilling adventures await you in Sicily's coastal town.

Cefalù, Palermo

Palermo ☀ Destination in Sicily

Palermo

Destination

Palermo, on the northern coast of Sicily, is the fifth-largest city in Italy. If you want to experience life in Sicily, you can't miss Palermo.

Palermo, Palermo

Catania ☀ Destination in Sicily

Catania

Destination

Catania is a seaport city on the east coast of Sicily between the Ionian Sea and the active volcano Etna, built in the Sicilian Baroque style.

Catania, Catania

Syracuse ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Syracuse

UNESCO World Heritage

In Syracuse we recommend you to visit the necropolis of Pantalica and the enchanting island of Ortygia, the oldest part of this impressive city.

Siracusa, Siracusa

Val di Noto ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Val di Noto

UNESCO World Heritage

Val di Noto - where history meets the modern age. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sicily with sun, beach and luxurious accommodation.

Noto ☀ Destination in Sicily

Noto

Destination

The baroque town of Noto in the Val di Noto, which was declared a World Heritage Site in 2002, is worth a visit and has many attractions.

Noto, Ragusa

Ragusa ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Ragusa

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in the province of the same name in the Val di Noto and is characterized by the deep gorges of the Monti Iblei

Ragusa, Ragusa

Marina di Ragusa ☀ Destination in Sicily

Marina di Ragusa

Destination

Marina di Ragusa is a tourist hotspot in the south of Sicily with a beautiful promenade, kilometres of sandy beach and an attractive town centre.

Marina di Ragusa, Ragusa

Modica ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Modica

UNESCO World Heritage

The city of chocolate and 100 churches - the UNESCO World Heritage Site presents itself as a late Baroque Sicilian beauty of the Val di Noto.

Modica, Ragusa

Scicli ☀ UNESCO World Heritage in Sicily

Scicli

UNESCO World Heritage

Scicli situated in a natural setting of rare beauty like the Val di Noto, has been declared a natural heritage of UNESCO with Ragusa, Modica and Noto.

Scicli, Ragusa

Marzamemi ☀ Destination in Sicily

Marzamemi

Destination

The romantic fishing village Marzamemi in the Pachino area (region of Siracusa) is known for its tuna specialties and its charming atmosphere.

Marzamemi, Siracusa

Trapani ☀ Destination in Sicily

Trapani

Destination

The capital of the province of the same name fascinates not only with its ancient old town, but is also a testimony of wealth and trade

Trapani, Trapani

Erice ☀ Destination in Sicily

Erice

Destination

A medieval town centre with its historic buildings, a magnificent view and traditional delicious almond biscuits attract visitors to Erice.

Erice, Trapani

Santo Stefano di Camastra ☀ Destination in Sicily

Santo Stefano di Camastra

Destination

Santo Stefano di Camastra is a wonderful village in Sicily between the sea and the mountains where you find art, colors, culture and tradition.

Santo Stefano di Camastra, Messina

Donnalucata ☀ Destination in Sicily

Donnalucata

Destination

Donnalucata offers one of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily and is located in the south between Marina di Ragusa and Marina di Modica.

Donnalucata, Ragusa

Messina ☀ Destination in Sicily

Messina

Destination

"Do you know the land where the cedars bloom? Splendon among the brown leaves oranges of gold, for the azure sky a gentle zephyr blows ...." (Goethe)

Messina, Messina

Milazzo ☀ Destination in Sicily

Milazzo

Destination

Milazzo: The Gateway to the Aeolian Islands - Explore Sicily's picturesque harbor town as the starting point for your Mediterranean island adventure!

Milazzo, Messina

Oliveri ☀ Destination in Sicily

Oliveri

Destination

Oliveri - immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere away from mass tourism, where the traditional way of life meets unspoiled beauty.

Oliveri, Messina

Capo d'Orlando ☀ Destination in Sicily

Capo d'Orlando

Destination

Capo d'Orlando is a pretty town on the north coast of Sicily with a very long beach promenade ideal for walking and dining on sunset.

Capo d'Orlando, Messina

Savoca ☀ Destination in Sicily

Savoca

Destination

Savoca, located in eastern Sicily, is known as the location for several scenes in the film trilogy "The Godfather" directed by Francis Ford Coppola.

Savoca, Messina

Montalbano Elicona ☀ Destination in Sicily

Montalbano Elicona

Destination

Montalbano Elicona, Messina

Novara di Sicilia ☀ Destination in Sicily

Novara di Sicilia

Destination

Novara di Sicilia, Messina

Gioiosa Marea ☀ Destination in Sicily

Gioiosa Marea

Destination

Gioiosa Marea, Messina

Acireale ☀ Destination in Sicily

Acireale

Destination

Acireale, Catania

Tonnarella ☀ Destination in Sicily

Tonnarella

Destination

Tonnarella, Messina

Rodì Milici ☀ Destination in Sicily

Rodì Milici

Destination

Sicily is not only sea. Discover romantic mountain villages like Rodì Milici, surrounded by green mountains, ideal for nature walks.

Rodì Milici, Messina

Favara ☀ Destination in Sicily

Favara

Destination

Favara, Agrigento

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